Masters of Science in Counseling, Option in Career Counseling

This program is not currently being offered. The information below is only retained for historical purposes.

This degree specialization program offers graduate-level training in career counseling theory;resources and program development; organizational behavior and administration; individual and group vocational assessment; and the career development of special populations. These areas have been identified by the National Career Development Association (NCDA) as essential competency areas for Master Career Counselor Certification (NCDA). Graduates of the program will be prepared for employment as career counselors in educational settings; business,industry and government; community-based agencies and organizations; and career counseling/consulting firms.

Admission Requirements for All Masters Programs

The admission requirements for classified standing in all degrees are:

1. Completion of application and meeting admissions requirements of the University. (Application available at the Admissions Office.) Requirements include:
   1. Acceptable score on the Graduate Record Exam (GRE) or the Miller Analogies Test (MAT) if undergraduate GPA is below 3.0.
   2. Successfully pass the Upper Division Writing Proficiency Exam.
   3. A Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university.
2. Completion of application for admission to the Department graduate programs. See program advisors for specific details. This includes:
   1. Two letters of recommendation.
   2. An admission interview.
   3. Approval by the Department Student Affairs Committee.
3. Satisfactory completion of prerequisite courses pertinent to the specialization selected,with a grade of B-or better.